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Islamic State

Three deported from Malaysia over militant links arrested upon arrival in Dhaka

They are among 36 Bangladeshi nationals detained by PDRM in counterterrorism sweep and remanded upon arrival under laws for suspected serious offences

IS-based militant cell uncovered, 36 Bangladeshis arrested: Saifuddin

Group busted after operation in Selangor and Johor; also found to have set up recruitment cell within community to indoctrinate followers, raise funds for terror activities, support efforts to topple home country govt

Singapore to deport M’sian man, his Iranian wife over terrorist-linked activities

Former PR was found supporting spouse’s involvement in travel agency allegedly aiding visa applications for foreigners with terrorism ties

Six years jail for ex-marketing officer over possession of Daesh-related materials

A laptop and books linked to terrorist group also known as Islamic State were confiscated in Kota Tinggi, Johor

What’s the difference between secular and Islamic state? – Nehru Sathiamoorthy

And is attempting to do both possible or productive?

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Cleared for layoffs? AirAsia to retrench 20% of workforce in major cost-cutting move

This allegedly involves cabin services, cargo and logistics, engineering and maintenance, as well as the commercial division, according to Scoop’s source

InDrive faces termination for flouting guidelines

It is the second Russian e-hailing app after Maxim to face ban by Land Public Transport Agency

Schools may close if air quality worsens, five areas hit unhealthy levels: DOE

The department said the areas recorded unhealthy API readings, warns of RM1mil fine for open burning offenders